Leadership, Mindfulness, and the Power of Presence with Jon Gohl

This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White sits down with Jon Gohl, a longtime team member at Aspire Software, to explore the power of reflection, mindfulness, and personal transformation in both life and leadership. Jon shares his journey from walking with a cane to preparing for a walk across the Grand Canyon, and how that physical recovery mirrors his approach to leading people, setting goals, and growing intentionally.

In this episode, Jon opens up about:

• Overcoming physical challenges and creating accountability by sharing bold goals

• Using breathwork and mindfulness to stay present and grounded

• How vulnerability builds connection and unlocks team potential

• The value of listening deeply to your people, especially in field-based roles

• His leadership philosophy: "Live on the skinny branches; where growth happens"

Whether you're scaling a business, leading a team, or looking inward, Jon brings a human-first approach to growth that blends personal development with professional purpose.

If you’ve ever wondered how to balance technology with human connection, or how to lead with humility in a fast-moving world, this episode will hit home.